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The definition of binocular is something that uses both eyes at the same time.
(adjective)An example of something binocular is the vision you use to look through 3D glasses; binocular vision.
A binocular is defined as a device used to view things far away, often referred to as binoculars.
(noun)An example of a binocular is a set of opera glasses.
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See binocular in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
using, or for the use of, both eyes at the same time
Origin: < L bini, double (see binary) + ocularis, of the eyes < oculus, eye
noun
a portable binocular instrument consisting of two small telescopes mounted side by side, used for viewing distant objects outdoors; field glasses
Related Forms:
- binocularity noun
- binocularly adverb
See binocular in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
- Relating to, used by, or involving both eyes at the same time: binocular vision.
- Having two eyes arranged to produce stereoscopic vision.
An optical device, such as a pair of field glasses or opera glasses, designed for simultaneous use by both eyes and consisting of two small telescopes joined with a single focusing device. Often used in the plural.
Related Forms:
- bin·ocˌu·larˈi·ty (-lărˈĭ-tē) noun
- bin·ocˈu·lar·ly adverb
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pair of binoculars
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